{"id":43854,"date":"2025-02-06T10:43:12","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T08:43:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/friendly-dogs-can-also-bite-20250203\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T23:41:51","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T21:41:51","slug":"friendly-dogs-can-also-bite-20250203","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/friendly-dogs-can-also-bite-20250203\/","title":{"rendered":"Councillor calls for stricter enforcement of leash laws to ensure safety at Alphen Greenbelt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Councillor Emile Langenhoven calls for stricter enforcement of leash laws at Alphen Greenbelt after incidents involving off-leash dogs.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Langenhoven demands that law enforcement uphold the City\u2019s by-laws to prevent further accidents.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Residents are encouraged to report leash law violations and document incidents to ensure safety in public spaces.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Amid growing concerns about off-leash dogs in public open spaces, particularly at the Alphen Greenbelt, Ward 62 councillor Emile Langenhoven has called for stricter enforcement of Cape Town\u2019s by-laws to ensure public safety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThere have been several serious incidents regarding off-leash dogs, specifically at the Alphen Greenbelt,\u201d said Langenhoven emphasising the potential risks associated with uncontrolled animals. \u201cIn one case, a horse rider was seriously injured when thrown off a horse because of an off-leash dog.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The City of Cape Town\u2019s by-laws state that dogs must be on a leash unless in designated off-leash areas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Langenhoven has noted that many owners fail to comply. \u201cThe \u2018my dog is friendly\u2019 attitude is no excuse to disobey the laws,\u201d he stressed. \u201cIt must also be noted that the City of Cape Town by-laws apply to all residents.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Langenhoven has urged law enforcement officers to take a firm stance. \u201cI have therefore asked our law enforcement officers who patrol our green belts to enforce the by-laws without fear or favour,\u201d he stated. \u201cWe cannot have another incident that could lead to a fatality, and it is the responsibility of each resident to keep their dog on a leash, whether friendly or not.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dangers posed by off-leash dogs extend beyond human injuries. Many dog owners have raised concerns about aggressive encounters between pets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One resident, who owns a rescued dog with behavioural issues, warned. \u201cMy dog is a particularly vicious rescue dog with lots of emotional baggage she has gained from living on the streets. She will attack and injure your friendly, off-leash dog if it comes into close proximity to mine, and the law will be on my side as the responsible, law-abiding citizen\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Langenhoven has urged all dog owners to take the necessary precautions and abide by the rules. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div contenteditable=\"false\" data-embed24=\"Blockquote\" data-pos=\"Middle\" id=\"embed_e14bb63a\">\n<div class=\"text\">We need to ensure that public spaces remain safe for everyone whether they are walkers, runners, cyclists, or horse riders. 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